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New Orleans Saints Mourn Passing of Equipment Manager Dan Simmons

3/29/2025

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Dan Simmons, the cherished former head equipment manager of the New Orleans Saints, has passed away at 78. His unwavering dedication from 1973 to 2014 played a crucial role in the team's triumphs. Survived by his wife Elaine and three children, Simmons leaves behind a profound legacy that the Saints and the NFL will forever honor.

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Dan Simmons, the cherished former head equipment manager of the New Orleans Saints, has passed away at 78. His unwavering dedication from 1973 to 2014 played a crucial role in the team's triumphs. Survived by his wife Elaine and three children, Simmons leaves behind a profound legacy that the Saints and the NFL will forever honor.